NEOGOV · 8 hours ago
Health Aide-Chatham
Savannah, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$25K/yr - $25K/yr
1+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a Health Aide to join the Georgia Department of Public Health, which is dedicated to protecting lives and promoting healthy lifestyles in diverse communities. The Health Aide will assist with laboratory tests, patient care, and clerical duties to support the overall mission of public health in Georgia.
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Responsibilities
Prepares and collects lab specimens, order/ship lab supplies, check patient vital signs, assist with clinic flow and clinicians as needed
Performs various laboratory tests, e.g. hematocrits, urine, sickle cell, lead and pregnancy tests
Measures height, weight and head and chest circumferences. Performs hearing and vision screening using appropriate methods. Records results on charts
Prepares clinic area by assembling and arranging equipment and supplies for each clinic in a timely manner
Arranges equipment in a manner most efficient for the clinician
Cleans and assembles supplies and equipment in accordance with health department procedures and policies
Takes accurate vital signs
Assists clients in following the recommended therapeutic regimen by reinforcing instructions given by a nurse or doctor
Assists in the development and use of health education materials in the cultural context that is understood and accepted by the targeted population
Attends educational updates and workshops to keep abreast of advances in the health care field
Prepares record for clinician by documenting name, address and phone, medicaid and social Security numbers. Documents age as to year, month and day
Documents laboratory results and orthropometric data (or growth data) in the record appropriately
Maintains required reports for local, district and state audits as indicated by health department policy
Assists with general filing and retrieving of charts
Performs data entry of laboratory results, client appointments and desired treatment choices
Observes and documents patient data, behavior and activity
Qualification
Required
High School diploma/GED and six (6) months of experience in a related field; one (1) year of experience required at the lower level Health Aide 1 (HCS020) or position equivalent
Preferred
One or more years of experience in health services delivery
Possession of a license or certificate in a health services delivery field (e.g., certified nursing assistant, emergency medical technician)
Benefits
13 Paid Holidays
Generous Leave Package-Educational Support Leave and 3 weeks each accrued Annual and Sick Leave
Defined Benefit retirement plan
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health Care Spending Account
Dependent Care Spending Account
Life Insurance
AD&D Insurance
Disability Insurance
Legal Insurance
Long-Term Care Insurance
Specified Illness
Deferred Compensation (401K & 457 Plans)
A supportive and rewarding work environment
Physical Activity Breaks
Employee Assistance Program
Employee discount program
Tuition Assistance
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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